Pathology residency programs

1. Graduate of an accredited United States allopathic or osteopathic medical school, or an international medical school approved by the Medical Board of California.
2. Meet California medical licensure requirements for postgraduate training.
3. Preferred: United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 passed on the first attempt and Step 2 score of 225 or above on the first attempt.
4. International graduates should meet applicable visa and work-authorization requirements.

The Pathology Residency Program at the University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) provides comprehensive training in the diagnosis and study of diseases through laboratory investigations, tissue examination, and clinical correlation. Residents gain practical experience in areas such as anatomic pathology, clinical pathology, surgical pathology, cytopathology, hematopathology, and laboratory medicine. The program emphasizes diagnostic skills, research, and multidisciplinary collaboration to prepare residents for independent professional practice. UC San Diego is a public research university located in San Diego, California, recognized for its academic excellence and scientific innovation. Its School of Medicine combines medical education, clinical care, and research to advance healthcare. Residents benefit from clinical and laboratory training through UC San Diego Health and its affiliated medical institutions.

1. Apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
2. Submit three recommendation letters, the Dean’s Letter, and all United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) results.
3. Submit the application by November 1 for training beginning the following July.
4. Register and participate in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP).
5. Attend a virtual interview if invited.